Discussion of orphans in children's literature focuses on an analysis of 50 folktales from different cultures that reveals universal elements. A comparison of these patterns to "The Secret Garden" demonstrates how patterns found in orphan folktales were adapted and applied in children's fiction. (Author/LRW)

Examines the folktales chapter through nine editions of the influential children's literature textbook, "Children and Books." Compares and contrasts variables that include the language, general organization, specific chapters on folktales and chapters or sections on storytelling, illustrations, indexes, and bibliographies. (Author/LRW)

Identifies some of the issues involved when folktales cross cultural boundaries in children's books and considers who owns stories, specifically folktales. Examines examples of the literature that generate conflict between cultural responsibility and artistic freedom and presents a sample of Internet discussions on the subject. (Author/LRW)